Two EF-1 tornadoes in St. Tammany Parish confirmed by National Weather Service

Two EF-1 tornadoes in St. Tammany Parish confirmed by National Weather Service

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Updated: 11:09 PM CDT Apr 3, 2017

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Two EF-1 tornadoes in St. Tammany Parish confirmed by National Weather Service

The first EF-1 tornado was reported just after 4 a.m. Monday near Oak Park Drive in Madisonville, officials said. The twister moved east across the Autumn Creek subdivision and lifted near Dummyline Road.

The survey team found multiple pine trees snapped, fences blown down and minor damage to garage doors. There was also damage to a playground.

Officials said the Madisonville tornado had 100-mph wind speeds and a width of 50 yards. It traveled for about 1.5 miles.

The second EF-1 tornado was reported at 4:14 a.m. along Lee Road in Covington. Officials said it moved east across Stafford Road before lifting near the intersection of Smith and Old Military roads.

The survey team found several trees knocked down, including one on a home. There was minor to moderate roof damage elsewhere.

The Covington tornado had 100-mph winds and a 100-yard width and was on the ground for 1.75 miles.

Additional details were not released by the National Weather Service. St. Tammany Parish officials have not reported injuries from Monday's storms.

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